1980 Mitsubishi Celeste vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Celeste.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mitsubishi Celeste | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Celeste | Carina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |